This technical reference guide provides a general
overview of the use of models with regard to the
consolidated Directive 2008/50/EC on ambient
air quality and cleaner air for Europe (the
AQ Directive). This report is an output of the Forum for Air Quality
Modelling in Europe (Fairmode) established in 2008 as a joint
action of the European Environment Agency (EEA)
and the European Commission's Joint Research
Centre (JRC).